Aireworth Vets Equine

24/01/2025

CASTRATE CLINIC🐴
We will be running two castrate clinics, Tuesday 25th February and Thursday 27th February, for the discounted price of £220 per horse.
Please ring the office on 01535 602988 to secure your place and avoid disappointment!
Terms and Conditions:
▪The total price of £220 must be paid up front by the client, either upon booking or when collecting the horse. A £50 non refundable deposit must be paid to secure the booking place.
▪Standing Castrations Only.
▪Colts must be aged between 10 months and 4 years, in good condition with two fully descended testicles to qualify.
▪Must be performed at the practice.
▪Any charges related to post-operative complications are not covered within the remit of the package and will be charged in addition.
▪Offer available for advertised dates only.
▪Passports must be present at time of castration.
▪It is a legal requirement for your horse to have a passport and microchip. If your horse does not have a microchip or passport, we are happy to provide estimates of costs for this to be performed at the same time as castration.
▪The offer includes; Castration, Sedation, Local Anaesthetic, 1 Antibiotic Injection, 1 Pain Relief Injection and 4 Equipalazone sachets.
▪The following treatments/procedures are not included in the price of the package; vaccinations, hospitalisation, further anti-biotics, NSAIDs and treatment for any post-operative complications.
▪If your horse/pony is not vaccinated for Tetanus they will require an additional injection of Tetanus anti-toxin at the time of castration which will be charged in addition.
▪If the patient has fully retained testicle/s then a more complex procedure will be required, this cannot be performed at the practice and you will be referred to another practice.
▪It is at the discretion of the treating veterinary surgeon to determine eligibility criteria. The practice reserves the right to alter the terms and conditions or remove the discounted package from circulation at any time

22/01/2025

🚫SWEET ITCH🚫

It’s hard to look ahead to the hot summer days when we still have layers of snow and frost outside but we may be able to help those horses who suffer from sweet itch by forming a suitable treatment plan for 2025.

We can source treatments which can help to reduce the allergic reaction some horses have to midge saliva, which is the reason for the loss of mane and tail hair, commonly seen as a symptom of sweet itch.
If your horse suffers from sweet itch, please contact the practice on 01535 602988 for further information about treatment plans.

20/01/2025

Please welcome Jenny to the Aireworth Vet Team!

After Jenny graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2002, she started her career in mixed practice before moving into Equine practice in 2006. Additionally Jenny spent time working in the veterinary pharmaceutical industry. More recently Jenny has been covering equine emergencies at nights and weekends but is looking forward to returning to daytime work again. Jenny's main areas of interest are equine medicine and reproduction
Outside of work, Jenny's two children keep her busy, attending football matches and dance classes and any spare time she enjoys outdoor activities including walking and horse riding.
We hope you will welcome Jenny to our team!

16/01/2025

🐴GASTROSCOPE CLINICS🐴

We are holding two Gastroscope clinics at Aireworth Vets on Tuesday 18th February and Tuesday 1st April, for the discounted price of £199 per horse.
Please call the office on 01535 602988 to secure your place and avoid disappointment!

Booking onto this clinic will include the following:
● Overnight livery the night prior to scoping
● Gastroscope exam with sedation
● Weight Clinic with one of our Veterinary Nurses, includes an up-to-date weight using our weigh bridge, body condition scoring and weight advice.

Gastroscopy is an effective way to diagnose stomach ulcers in horses. A flexible video-scope enters through the horse’s nasal cavity, down the oesophagus and into the stomach where the stomach lining can be examined for gastric ulcers. Symptoms of gastric ulcers may include:
● Sensitivity when girthing
● Weight loss/ Poor condition
● Resentment of rugs or ridden work

If you feel your horse is showing symptoms of ulcers and would benefit from a Gastroscope exam, please contact the practice on 01535 602988 to get booked onto the clinic. Spaces are available but are limited, so please book in advance.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
*£50 deposit required to book a place on the clinic. Full payment is required either on booking, or on collection.
*Horses must be dropped at the practice the night before to ensure effective starvation. They must be dropped between 4pm-6pm unless prior arrangement is made.
*If the client wishes to manage this themselves, they must be at the practice at 8.30am on the morning of the procedure – there is no reduction in cost for this.
*Please be prepared to collect your horse at approximately 4/5pm unless prior arrangements have been made.
*Any further treatment in relation to Stomach Ulcers is in addition to the stated cost.

15/01/2025

Recently we have had an influx of eye cases into the clinic. As equine vets, we know how important it is to keep a close eye (pun intended!) on our horses' health. A sore eye can be a sign of various underlying issues, from minor irritations to serious conditions that could lead to vision loss if left untreated.

Key reasons to check a sore eye:
>Prompt diagnosis: Early detection can prevent more severe complications
>Pain management: Just like us, horses can experience discomfort. Addressing it promptly keeps them happy and healthy
>Preventative care: Many eye conditions can be treated effectively if caught in time

If you notice any signs of redness, squinting, excessive tearing, or discharge, don’t hesitate to contact the practice.

13/01/2025

This handsome chap Henry, didn't have the best start to his Christmas holiday.... Our vet Poppy was called out on Christmas eve to x-ray his foot after an incident in the field left him non weight bearing on one of his hind feet.
The x-ray showed an impressive pedal bone fracture. Luckily Henry's farrier, Sam visited him on Christmas day to place a special support shoe which combined with pain relief made him much more comfortable.
Poor Henry will spend the next few months on box rest to allow the fracture to heal. We wish him a speedy recovery!

09/01/2025

The beauty of running 4 x 4 vehicles is that our vets are willing to give most visits a go in order to treat your horses.....and look at the stunning visual rewards our surrounding countryside gives us!
Stay safe in this cold snap and remember to keep breaking the ice buckets!

08/01/2025

*Water Intake in Winter*

Horses may drink less water when it’s cold, but dehydration is still a risk. Check out our tips to encourage hydration and avoid winter colic.

By keeping these tips in mind, you can help ensure your horse drinks enough during colder months, reducing the risk of winter dehydration issues.

06/01/2025

Before Christmas, Danny was invited to the London International Horse Show (formerly Olympia).
There he was a vet for the London Arena and, carrying his emergency treatment bag, monitored the arriving and actively competing horses. This meant checking passports were fully up to date with vaccines, ensuring horses with signs of infectious disease were not permitted inside, and providing arena-side monitoring in case of injuries. When not on shift, he was able to watch the international events, such as the showjumping world cup.

Whether you are competing or not, if you have questions about vaccination routines, we are very happy to discuss what protocol will suit you and your horse best.

02/01/2025

*Winter colic prevention*

As the temperatures drop this week , it’s essential to take extra precautions to keep your horse healthy and colic-free this winter!
Here are some helpful tips to prevent colic during the colder months:

• Feed consistently: Stick to a regular feeding schedule with quality hay to support digestion

• Stay hydrated: Ensure access to fresh, unfrozen water and consider adding electrolytes to encourage drinking

• Encourage movement: Provide turnout or exercise daily to promote healthy digestion

If you notice any signs of colic: restlessness, pawing at the ground, rolling or thrashing, looking at the abdomen, loss of appetite, abnormal bowel movements, contact the practice immediately.

31/12/2024

A message from Caroline Foalks (clinical director) I just want to wish all our clients and their equine friends a very Happy New Year!
As 2024 draws to a close I can reflect on how much change there has been for Aireworth Vets Equine over the course of this year and how exciting 2025 is looking.
I really appreciate every one of you for continuing to allow us to provide Veterinary care for your horses, ponies and donkeys.

Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Caroline x

Aireworth Vets Equine - here for you 24/7 365 days of the year.

23/12/2024

☎️ 😁 UPDATE - We are back up and running 😁 ☎️

📵📵We are currently experiencing problems with our phones We are currently working on this & hope to be up and running asap. In the event of an emergency please call 07775860928 . We apologise for any inconvenience caused📵📵

13/12/2024

Yesterday was Christmas Jumper day in the Equine Department!
Trying to get as many team members together for a photo is always tricky when everyone is on the road!

A Very Merry Christmas from all our Team to our clients and their equine companions!
Thank You for your ongoing support over the last year, we are all looking forwards to 2025!

11/12/2024

Sam was a privilege to treat and an absolute gentleman to have in practice Life Past the Post!
We're glad to hear he's regaining his personality and is on the mend!

I’ve been holding off because we’re still not out of the woods yet…
But I want to say the biggest thank you to the fantastic team at Aireworth Vets Equine for everything they have done over the last few weeks for Sam ❤️

Three weeks ago Sam started to behave abnormally. His eating and drinking habits changed, he was much quieter than normal and he was grimacing. We couldn’t figure out why.
A full clinical exam gave us nothing to work with, but you could see in his face that something wasn’t right. A couple of days later he developed an impaction.
He was hospitalised, had an indwelling stomach tube, improved, then his guts began to displace, so he went downhill again. He took us on a week long rollercoaster of ups and downs, never being too sure if the next phone call would be a discussion about ‘when the time comes’.
He started to eat, then stopped, again. A gastroscope later and we discovered he had developed grade 4 gastric ulcers… turns out not eating for a week isn’t good for you.

He’s now home. He’s lost loads of weight. He’s on loads of drugs and anything he wants to eat. But slowly he’s becoming Sam again.

I’m fully prepared for more bumps in the road but can’t thank the team enough for taking such good care of him and being so compassionate at such a difficult time 🥰

04/12/2024

Perks of the job as a Yorkshire Vet!

29/11/2024

Horses teeth continuously erupted throughout their lives, which can in some cases lead to uneven wear and sharp edges developing. These sharp edges need to be removed by rasping to avoid pain and discomfort. We recommend that your horse's teeth should be examined *at least once a year*, in some patients this may be more frequent.

As vets we are fully trained and are legally allowed to carry out dental procedures which cannot be done by equine dental technicians.

We are able to sedate our patients to allow a thorough and safe dental examination to facilitate any treatment needed. Sedation is very safe and well tolerated by the majority of horses, regardless of their age. We can also provide pain relief, local anaesthetic and antibiotics to those patients that need them.

Did you know that if you book 3 or more horses in for a dental examination, we waiver the visit fee?!

27/11/2024

Following on from our competition last week, we're pleased to report the team picked this photo as the winner of our branded Hi Viz Vest!
We know we're biased but 'Through the Ears' pictures really do show the best views!

Congratulations!